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UNDERSTANDING THE SMARTLOCK™ CONTROLS
T he SmartLock™ feature is an integrated cir- cuit that receives and processes data sent by
broadcasters, or other program providers, that contain program content advisories. When pro- grammed by the viewer, a TV with SmartLock™ can respond to the content advisories and block program content that may be found objection- able (such as offensive language, violence, sexual situations, etc.). This is a great feature to censor the type of viewing children may watch.
SmartLock™ offers various BLOCK- ING controls from which to choose:
Access Code - An Access Code must be set to prevent children from unblocking questionable or censored programming set by their parents.
Channel Block - After an access code has been programmed, you can block individual channels including the A/V inputs.
Clear All - Allows you clear all channels being blocked from your viewing set with the Channel Block Control.
Block All - Allows you to block ALL chan- nels and A/V inputs at one time.
Movie Ratings - Certain blocking options exist which will block programming based on ratings patterned by the Motion Pictures Association of America.
TV Ratings - Just like the Movie Ratings, programs can be blocked from viewing using standard TV ratings set by TV broadcasters.
MOVIE RATINGS
G:General Audience - All ages admitted. Most parents would find this program suit- able for all ages.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested - This programming contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
MOVIE RATINGS Continued
R:Restricted - This is programming is specifi- cally designed for adults. Anyone under the age of 17 should only view this programming with an accompanying parent or adult guardian.
X:Adults Only - This type of programming contains one or more of the following: very graphic violence, very graphic and explicit or indecent sexual acts, very coarse and intensely suggestive language.
TV RATINGS
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